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Creation of Tennis
In 1873, the concept of modern tennis was invented by Major Walter Wingfield. -
United States Lawn and Tennis Association
The United States Lawn and Tennis Association was created. THey adhere to the rules of tennis based on scoring, equipment, and court dimensions.
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The First Wimbledon Title
Suzanne Lenglen, one of the first 'tennis sensations' earned the first Wimbledon Title. She influences tennis to become even more popular. -
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Golden Age of Sports
Suzanne Lenglen and Bill Tilden became the first US tennis icons. Some say Suzanne was even the best female athlete throughout the 1920s. -
First Tennis Broadcast
Tennis was broadcasted over the radio for the first time, introducing tennis all over the world! -
Maureen Connolly
Maureen Connolly was the first woman to win all four Grand Slam tournaments within a single year. -
First Metal Tennis Racquet
The Wilson metal tennis racquet hit the markets and became increasingly popular due to Jimmy Connors's use of the racquet. -
ATP Formation
The Association of Tennis Professionals was created to follow the interests of male professional tennis atheletes. -
Formation of WIPTC
The Women’s International Professional Tennis Council (WIPTC) was formed because many other leagues didn't focus on female players needs. -
First Tennis Museum
Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum is the largest tennis museum and very first tennis museum ever created. In 2006, it was opened to the public.